Voice Assistants
Voice Assistants | Thermostat Upgrades | Heating and Air Conditioning | Ten Mile
Imagine telling Alexa or Google to warm up the living room before you roll out of bed or to cool things down while you’re stuck on Watts Bar Lake—then walking into the perfect temperature when you get home. HEP’s voice-assistant-ready thermostat upgrades put that kind of comfort and control at your fingertips, combining sleek smart thermostats with expert installation and friendly hometown service. Our certified HVAC pros in Ten Mile handle everything from syncing the device to your Wi-Fi to showing you how to adjust settings with a simple voice command, so your only job is deciding how cozy you want to feel.
Beyond next-level convenience, these thermostat upgrades can shave real dollars off your utility bills by learning your schedule, optimizing energy use, and sending proactive maintenance alerts. Whether you’re modernizing an older system or building the smart home of your dreams, HEP turns your HVAC into a responsive climate partner that adapts to East Tennessee’s changing seasons—no buttons, no guesswork, no hassle. Ready to upgrade? Give us a call, and let’s bring voice-activated comfort home to Ten Mile.
FAQs
What benefits can I expect from upgrading to a voice-assistant-enabled smart thermostat?
A smart thermostat paired with Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri lets you control temperature with simple voice commands, set custom schedules, and automate comfort settings based on occupancy or time of day. Most homeowners in Ten Mile see 8–15 % savings on annual heating and cooling costs, enjoy hands-free adjustments when cooking or coming home with full hands, and gain remote access through a phone app when they’re away.
Will a smart thermostat work with the heating and air-conditioning system I already have?
Nearly all modern HVAC equipment in Ten Mile—whether it’s a gas furnace, heat pump, dual-fuel system, or central A/C—can be controlled by today’s smart thermostats. During our free assessment we verify the number of stages, check for a common (C) wire, and confirm voltage type (low-voltage vs. line-voltage). If a C-wire is missing we can usually add an adapter or run a new wire so the thermostat gets the power it needs.
Which voice assistants are supported by the thermostats you install?
Our recommended models natively integrate with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant out of the box and can also be added to Apple HomeKit using the manufacturer’s bridge. This means you can say “Alexa, set the hallway to 70 degrees,” “Hey Google, lower the temperature two degrees,” or create Siri automations if you prefer an Apple ecosystem.
What does the upgrade and installation process look like?
A typical visit takes about 60–90 minutes. We power down your HVAC equipment, label and disconnect the old thermostat wires, mount the new smart thermostat, connect it to Wi-Fi, and walk you through the mobile app and voice-assistant setup. Before we leave, we test both heating and cooling cycles and show you how to create energy-saving schedules. All work is backed by a one-year labor warranty.
Can a smart thermostat really lower my energy bills?
Yes. Independent studies from ENERGY STAR and utilities in Tennessee show that features such as adaptive learning, geofencing, and smart setbacks can reduce run-time by 150–300 hours a year. In Ten Mile, that often translates to $75–$180 in annual savings, especially during hot, humid summers when A/C costs spike. The system pays for itself in 12–24 months for most households.
Do I need a strong Wi-Fi signal, and what happens if the internet goes down?
A reliable 2.4 GHz or dual-band Wi-Fi network is required for remote control, software updates, and voice commands. We test signal strength at the thermostat location and can recommend a range extender if needed. If your internet service goes out, the thermostat still regulates temperature using the schedule stored locally, so your HVAC system keeps running; you just lose remote and voice functionality until connectivity is restored.